Which type of record governs periodic maintenance events such as an oil filter change?

• A. Daily inspection record
• B. Weekly inspection record
• C. Periodic Inspection record
• D. Test record

Answer: (C)

Periodic maintenance actions, like an oil filter change, are tracked in records that cover tasks performed at set intervals. The periodic inspection record is specifically for documenting maintenance activities that are due on a calendar or usage-based schedule. It provides the place to note the date, aircraft identification, hours or cycles since the last oil change, the exact maintenance performed (oil filter change), parts used, and the technician who completed it. This keeps maintenance on a regular cadence and ensures traceability for compliance and safety.

Daily inspection records are for routine checks done before or during daily operations, not for scheduled maintenance. Weekly inspection records cover tasks performed on a weekly basis. Test records document tests and verifications of systems, not scheduled maintenance actions.